Abstract

A behavioral weight reduction treatment and maintenance program for moderately mentally retarded adolescents which involves six phases from background information collection to followup relies on stimulus control procedures to modify eating behaviors. Data from pilot studies show an average weekly weight loss of .5 to 1 pound per S. (CL)

Citation

Rotatori, A.F. (1980). A Behavioral Weight Reduction Model for Moderately Mentally Retarded Adolescents. Journal of Special Education Technology, 3(4), 9-16. Retrieved August 13, 2024 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/169115/.

Keywords

• adolescents
• Behavior Change
• Behavior Modification
• Eating Habits
• Moderate Mental Retardation
• Obesity